UPCOMING EXHIBITS + EVENTS
“Crescendo” Exhibition
“Crescendo” at Elbow Room Gallery features the work of 20 artists, including North Pole Studio’s Christopher Anders and Doug Wing. The exhibition, curated by Nick Norman around the theme of music, will be open from April 26th - May 24, 2025.
Gallery hours are Fridays from 2-5pm or by appointment
📍Elbow Room
331 SE Madison St.
Portland, OR
NWMA Open Studios
North Pole Studio will be heading back to NWMA to participate in the Summer Open Studios as a vendor in Building 5.
NWMA will also be holding a fundraiser for us called Small Art Big Give!
Hope to see you there!
“Carnival of Animals” | Davis Wohlford at Never Coffee
Treat yourself to a coffee and check out Davis Wohlford’s solo exhibition Carnival of Animals at Never Coffee on SE Belmont. Featuring nine 12 x 12” paintings and one smaller painting titled Mandrill, this series transforms animals from all over the globe into a delightfully imperfect colorful patternscape constructed through real and imagined animal markings and absracted body positions.
North Pole Studio at the Portland Pickles Game!
Join North Pole Studio staff and artists for a fantastic night out with the Portland Pickles! Sit with North Pole community members in our reserved Party Plaza Section, shop for special edition NPS-designed Pickles merch, and see NPS Artist and Pickles super-fan Adam Richards throw the first pitch! Tickets are just $25, and 50% of each ticket sold will go to benefit North Pole’s programming.
To learn more and reserve your spot, visit: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Northpole5
“The Architecture of Experience” | Exhibition at Cargo
The Architecture of Experience showcases the work of North Pole Studio artists Adam Richards and Deanna Weisenhaus. Their pieces interweave elements of language and structure, offering visual frameworks through which we make sense of our environments and lived experiences. This exhibition invites viewers to consider the personal architectures we construct to navigate the world.
Presented in honor of Disability Pride Month, the show opens with a reception on Sunday, July 13th, from 12–2 PM, celebrating the creativity and perspectives of Portland-based artists. Join us for light refreshments, snacks and the opportunity to meet the artists in person.
“tell___'hi' from me” Traveling Exhibition
tell ___ ‘hi’ from me is North Pole Studio’s largest group exhibition to date, showcasing the work of 27 North Pole Studio Artists. This diverse collection of 40 2D and 3D works will travel throughout the region throughout 2025 and 2026 bringing visibility to the extraordinary self-taught artists who work at North Pole Studio and deepening public understanding of Progressive Art Studios.
“The Architecture of Experience” | Opening Reception at Cargo
Join us in honoring Disability Pride Month with a reception on Sunday, July 13th, from 12–2pm. Join us for light refreshments, snacks and the opportunity to meet artists Deana Weisenhaus and Adam Richards in person!
About the Exhibit
The Architecture of Experience showcases the work of North Pole Studio artists Adam Richards and Deanna Weisenhaus. Their pieces interweave elements of language and structure, offering visual frameworks through which we make sense of our environments and lived experiences. This exhibition invites viewers to consider the personal architectures we construct to navigate the world.
Joni Smith Window Display at Woonwinkel
In celebration of July’s Disability Pride Month, Joni Smith will be taking over Woonwinkel’s Window Display, located on SW 10th and Washington. Take a moment to drive or walk by and absorb Joni’s energetic web of line and color.
“tell___'hi' from me” | Opening Reception
Join us for the Opening Reception of North Pole Studio’s largest group exhibition to date, tell ___ ‘hi’ from me on Thursday, July 17th from 4:00-6:00pm at Littman & White Gallery. Enjoy light snacks and refreshments, and take in a short speaking program from the staff and participating artists. July is Disability Pride Month, and the reception will include drop-in engagement opportunities to celebrate including button-making and more!
Workshop! Annie Rose Macer at Cargo
Paper Quilts with Annie Rose Macer
an art workshop hosted by North Pole Studio
Saturday July 26th | 1:00-2:30pm | $35
Register HERE
Join artist Annie Rose Macer for a vibrant collage workshop exploring pattern, color, and texture through cut paper. Drawing inspiration from her Central American heritage and lifelong fascination with mandalas, Annie Rose guides participants in creating layered "paper quilt" collages using repurposed materials like paint swatches and painted paper. This hands-on session invites you to celebrate joy, nature, and personal expression through playful, intentional design.
Iris Tervo Solo Exhibit | 7 C's Gallery
View Iris Tervo’s collection of iconic portraits at Community Vision’s “7 C’s Gallery”, a street-side gallery that is viewed from the sidewalk. The gallery is directly across from the New Seasons on SE Division and 19th.
West End Wednesday “Taste the Block” with Woonwinkel
North Pole Studio is popping up at Woonwinkel for August’s West End Wednesday themed “Taste the Block” on Wednesday, August 27th from 5-7pm.
Event details coming soon!
“Paper Quilts & Flying Dogs” | Opening Reception
Join us for the Opening Reception of Annie Rose Macer and Raf Spielman’s exhibit, Paper Quilts & Flying Dogs at the Lowell shop gallery. This exhibit places four of Annie Rose Macer’s colorful hand-cut “paper quilts” in converation with Raf Spileman’s whimsical figures. Please stop by to join in the celebration!
📍Lowell
2136 E Burnside, Portland, OR 97214
Artists: Annie Rose Macer, Raf Spielman
Opening Reception: Saturday, May 17, 3–5 PM
New Studio Community Open House
Come and see our NEW STUDIO in the Pearl District. We will be opening our doors to the community during First Thursday Art Walk in the Pearl to show off our new space and showcase our artists work. Swing on by while you cruise the neighborhood galleries!
514 NW 11th Ave Ste 203, Portland OR 97209
Studio Moving Sale & Puppet Parade
Come and buy some art and enjoy a public performance of our Puppet Parade before we move to our new studio space in the Pearl District!!
Affordable Art! Free Stuff! Puppets! Music! Raffle! And More!
Outsider Art Exhibit 2025: featuring Manta Jay, Kristy Yawman, Connor Bauman
Outsider Art Exhibit 2025 is a celebration of artists with disabilities and the organizations that support them. The show aligns with Developmental Disability Awareness Month and seeks to highlight the gaps in Spokane's arts ecosystem, particularly in providing dedicated spaces for artists with disabilities to create and thrive. This exhibition is an opportunity to honor the incredible talent of these artists while encouraging conversations about how essential these spaces are to our community. Learn more here.
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[amorpha] featuring Joni Smith
Joni Smith was selected for a juried group show at Imperfecta Gallery. Join us for the Opening Reception on March 8 from 5-7pm. Note gallery is closed March 25-29. Learn more here.
2025 Outsider Art Fair-NYC
North Pole Studio will be representing artists at the 2025 Outsider Art Fair for the fourth year. Congratulations to: Davis Wohlford, Austin Brague, Adam Richards, Christopher Anders, Annie Rose Macer, Doug Wing, and James Enos.
Unconventional Wisdom: The Work of North Pole Studio
The annual invitational show from Waterstone Gallery, Unconventional Wisdom: The Work of North Pole Studio features works by Adam Richards, Adolph Bastendorff, Davis Wohlford, Deanna Wiessenhaus, Doug Wing, James Enos, Nathan Ueno & Tyla Parsons.
Opening reception February 6, 5 - 8 pm
NW Marine Artworks Open Studios
Artists at NW Marine Art Works are opening their studio doors on December 7th and 8th for its annual Open Studios + Holiday Market. This one of a kind event provides the opportunity to visit the studios where art is created and shop directly from makers this holiday season.
North Pole Studio will be open on Sunday, December 8th ONLY due to a big event we are hosting on Friday, December 6th! Stop by on Sunday to say hi and shop!
Annual Holiday Gala!
Kick-off the holidays with North Pole Studio at our most magical event of the year! This captivating evening is hosted by Portland’s own Drew Carney and includes beautiful food, delicious wine, stunning artwork, a fun raffle, live auction and powerful program. Join us to celebrate North Pole Studio artists, and support the continued growth of this important organization.
The Misfit Toy Show
Join us for a magical Opening Reception of Davis Wohlford’s wonderful holiday show, The Misfit Toy Show. This interactive, mixed-media exhibition features Davis’ interpretation of Misfit Toy Island from the original Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer story.
The Opening Reception will take place on Saturday, November 2nd from 3-6pm at Elbow Room’s Gallery: 331 SE Madison St. Portland, OR. 97214.
LEVEL up for North Pole Studio! (Level 2)
Join us at LEVEL 2 Multnomah Village Taproom on Tuesday, September 17th, from 3 PM to 10 PM, for a fun-filled evening. Meet our talented artists, savor a pint of exceptional beer, and pick up some cool North Pole Studio merch.
With 30% of draft sales going to North Pole Studio, your support helps us continue to provide valuable arts programming for our artists.
📍Level 2 Multnomah Village Taproom
7840 SW Capitol HWY, Portland, Oregon 97219
September Studio Sale!
Stop by on Saturday, September 14th between 12-5pm for our end-of-summer September Studio Sale! Shop art and new merch, check out the studio, meet the artists or just pop in to say hi and have a conversation! The amazing Phoebe Mol will be facilitating a free puppet self portrait activity for all who are interested… all ages, all abilities!
If you’re TBA-ing please swing through the studio between events to say hello! We will have light snacks and drinks available and a comfortable couch for sitting on. Let the most wonderful of Portland art weeks begin!
LEVEL up for North Pole Studio! (Level 3)
Come out to LEVEL 3 Buckman Kerns on Monday, September 9th, from 3 PM to 10 PM, and help us LEVEL up for North Pole Studio! Enjoy a night of great drinks, meet our wonderful artists, and grab some exclusive North Pole Studio merchandise.
With 30% of draft sales supporting our mission, it's a perfect way to enjoy a unique beer while making a positive impact.
📍 LEVEL 3 Buckman Kerns
1447 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, OR 97232
LEVEL up for North Pole Studio! (Level 1)
Join us at LEVEL 1 Brewery + Taproom on Tuesday, September 3rd, from 3 PM to 9 PM, for an evening of fun and beer! 30% of draft sales will go to support North Pole Studio. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to enjoy great food, beer and support our artists!
📍 LEVEL 1 Brewery + Taproom
5211 NE 148th Ave, Portland, OR 97230
“A flower, a shell, and a water tower'“
EXHIBITION RUN: August 29th - September 27th
Join us for the opening reception of "A flower, a shell, and a water tower" at Alberta Street Gallery on Thursday, August 29th from 6-9pm! This vibrant exhibition showcases the work of six North Pole Studio artists: Dan Tran, Deanna Weisenhaus, Doug Wing, John Mosser, Joni Smith, and Tyla Parsons.
The opening coincides with Alberta Street’s last Last Thursday of the summer so the street will be full of activity and art! Come prepared for large crowds, bustling activity, and loud noises, and expect to hunt for parking and walk or wheel a few blocks to the gallery.
If you aren’t able to attend the opening, the show will be on view through September 27th and Alberta Street Gallery is open daily from 11am - 7pm.
Join us for McMenamins Friends and Family Night on Tuesday, August 13th!
Head over to McMenamins Tavern and Pool Hall on NW 23rd in Portland for an evening of fun and creativity. Start with an engaging drawing workshop led by one of our talented artists, participate in our exciting raffle, and cap the night with a thrilling pool tournament. Best of all, 50% of the proceeds will go to supporting North Pole Studio. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to support our creative community!
5PM - 7PM : “Sketchy Time” with guest celebrity sketch facilitator Rachel Mulder
7PM - 9PM : Karaoke
9PM - 11PM : Pool Tournament
Flowers for North Pole Studios
We are delighted to be the recipient of Solabee Flowers beautiful Community Bouquet throughout the month of August! Through this community fundraiser, $15 of each Community Bouquet purchase goes directly to North Pole Studio.
Solabee’s classic hand wrapped bouquet comes in pretty peach paper, and you have the option to add your own sweet note for an extra personal touch. Bouquets are designed to easily be placed and hold their shape in a home vase. By sending a bouquet, you can brighten a friend’s home or simply treat yourself, and support North Pole Studio while doing it!
ADA Birthday Party with Hillsboro Parks and Recreation!
Celebrate July’s Disability Pride Month in community at Hillsboro Parks and Recreation!
The ADA Birthday Party is an all-ages free community event celebrating the 34th anniversary of the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act! North Pole Studio artists will be hosting artist lectures, art and craft workshops, and will have artwork on exhibit throughout the month of July.
Portland Pickles x North Pole Studio
Mark your calendars for a fun collaboration between the Portland Pickles and North Pole Studio! Art, baseball, pickles, and more!
NW Marine Artworks Spring Open Studios
Artists at NW Marine Art Works are opening their studio doors to the community for a two-day shopping event! Guests will have the opportunity to see artists at work, watch engaging demos, talk with makers and check out the spaces where some of Portland’s best art is created. See the work of more than 50 local artists and artisans, including jewelry and apparel to paintings and printmaking, ceramics, photography, sculpture, accessories and housewares.
Community Partner Celebration
Join us for an art exhibit and reception to celebrate, thank, and network with our treasured community partners. Gather with artists and community members to learn more about our collective impact and raise a glass to the incredible work we’ve accomplished together!